Preponderance of the Small 62象曰:'He does not attempt to reach his ruler:'-- a minister should not overpass the distance (between his ruler and himself). 彖曰:Preponderance of the Small. Success. Perseverance furthers. Small things may be done; great things should not be done. The flying bird brings the message: It is not well to strive upward, It is well to remain below. Great good fortune.